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Pearls have been around since ancient times
It is said to be "Mermaid's Tears"
Beloved by the people
Gifts from the Sea
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The soft and elegant beauty of pearls has long been favored by the Japanese, and today they have become a jewel loved by people all over the world.
In addition to being worn for ceremonial occasions, it is also a popular item as a gift as it is the June birthstone and also as a talisman against evil spirits.
It adds elegance and cleanliness to casual styles as well as formal occasions.
Speaking of pearls, there is actually more to it than just one type of pearl, Akoya pearls; there are many different types in the world.
This time, we will introduce the types and characteristics of pearls.

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Akoyapearl

Akoya pearls have been produced in Japan for a long time, and many people think of Akoya pearls when they think of pearls or genuine pearls.

"WadamaAkoya pearls, also known as "Akoya pearls," have been loved in Japan since ancient times. It is a well-known fact that Kokichi Mikimoto, the founder of MIKIMOTO, was the first person in the world to successfully cultivate pearls.
They are mainly made in Mie and Ehime prefectures and exported all over the world.
Until now, Akoya pearls were thought of as something only worn on weddings, funerals, and other formal occasions, but now they are worn as fashion items by many men as well as women.

▼ Pearl etiquette for formal occasions
▼Pearl coordination for casual occasions

High-quality Akoya pearls are called "Hanadama"Among them,The most famous and highest name is "Aurora Tennyo"The luster is strong and the difference is obvious at a glance.

▼How to choose pearls
▼Hanadama and Tennyo from Hojudo

South Sea Black Butterflypearl

In Japan, black pearls are often associated with funerals, but they can also be used as a fashion item.

Black PearlSpeaking of which, here it is.Tahitian Pearls" and as the name suggests,Black pearl oysters from TahitiThey are harvested from the. The deep color, with green and reddish shines from the black, accentuates the mature atmosphere. Black pearls are often associated with funerals, but they are also popular in fashion.Very useful itemis.

▼ Pearl etiquette for formal occasions
▼Pearl coordination for casual occasions

Black pearls are also called by various names, but they have a particularly strong luster.PeacockIt is famous for its green and red coloring.Peacock feathersIt was named after the

▼Hojudo's Black Pearl (peacock color)

South Sea White Butterflypearl

Akoya pearls are too small and not satisfying...
For those people, we recommend South Sea white pearls!

South PacificSouth Sea white pearls harvested from white-lipped oystersWhite pearl oystersSilver lip,Golden lipThey are divided into two groups, and the largest can grow to 30cm. They live in Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Akoya pearls are up to about 10mm in size.If you are not satisfied, we recommend South Sea White Pearls.is.

In addition,Golden pearls are the golden pearls harvested from gold lips.They are different from the pearls you might imagine, and are often worn as a bold fashion item.Providing a luxurious feel that is one step above the restThey will do it for you.

▼Hojudo's South Sea pearls

Freshwaterpearl

Popular as a casual fashion item

Akoya pearls and South Sea pearls are harvested from seawater, but these pearls are harvested from lakes, etc.Freshwater musselThey are harvested from the. They used to be farmed in Japan, but now most are from China. Generally, the price is more reasonable than other pearls.Various colors and shapesOn the other hand, there are also perfectly round, highly lustrous, expensive stones that are used as luxury jewelry.

▼Hojudo freshwater pearls

MabePearl

Its semicircular shape and iridescent luster are distinctive and captivating.

It has a unique luster and is popular among many people.Mabe PearlIt is collected from the Mabe shellfish.Shaped like a pearl split in halfis distinctive.Not just circular, but various shapesThey are also farmed on Amami Oshima Island. Many of them are over 10mm in size and are loved as an accent for fashion items.

▼ Mabe pearls from Hojudo

PoppyPearl

A product of nature, it is attractive for its unique shape and variety of colors.

The name "Keshi Pearl" comes from its resemblance to a poppy seed. Since it has no seed, it is not round.Various shapes and colorsIt is a coincidence that the nacre layer is wrapped around the pearl oyster to protect it from foreign objects that may have entered the pearl oyster.Distorted shape, unique luster of pearlsIt is often used in accessories, taking advantage of its properties.

▼Hojudo's poppy pearls

BaroqueWhat is Pearl?

Baroque pearls are pearls with a distorted shape, but are not the name of the pearl. Whether it is a South Sea pearl or an Akoya pearl, if the shape is not a perfect circle but has an uneven shape, it is a baroque pearl.Baroque pearls were once considered to be of low value, but now they are a popular item to wear in casual styles.There are no two identical shapes in this world.The appeal of baroque pearls is being rediscovered.

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